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Hot Chili Oil is a staple in my kitchen and it's crazy easy to make on your own.  Make some today and use in all of your favorite spicy Asian recipes. 
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Hot Chili Oil

Hot Chili Oil is a staple in my kitchen and it's crazy easy to make on your own.  Make some today and use in all of your favorite spicy Asian recipes. 
Course Condiments
Cuisine Asian
Keyword Chinese chili oil, hot chili oil, spicy chili oil
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 1 Servings

Ingredients

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup canola oil
  • 2 star anise
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 tablespoon szechuan peppercorns
  • 3 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Combine canola oil, star anise, bay leaves, cinnamon and szechuan peppercorns in a skillet over medium heat. Use an instant read thermometer or candy thermometer to make sure the oil stays at 225 - 235 degrees. Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Strain oil through a fine mesh strainer.
  • Heat oil agin to 225 - 235 degrees.
  • Combine crushed red peppers and sesame seeds in a bowl. Slowly pour oil over the top. Oil may bubble slightly. Mix well.
  • Once oil has cooled, put in an air tight container and store in the refrigerator. Will keep for a few months.